Being a freelance web designer means being lean and effective. Here are five free tools that save time and add polish.
- A browser-based prototyping or wireframe tool — quick rounds with clients.
- Image compressor (lossy & lossless) — smaller assets for faster delivery.
- Color contrast checker — accessibility mistakes cost conversions.
- License search for stock images and icons — avoid take-downs.
- Simple user-testing recorder — watch a few users try critical flows.
Each saves hours and money. Use them consistently and document the steps in your proposal to show professionalism.